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Virtual
Tuesday, June 3 - July 31, 2025 | View details for schedule

Red River Cultural District Story Survey

GOT A RED RIVER MEMORY? WE WANT TO HEAR IT! Submit your favorite Red River memory and help preserve the memory of the cultural district.

Downtown Holidays
Long Center
Thursday, July 3, 2025 | 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Star Spangled Fest: Independence Eve Party

Kick off Star-Spangled Fest with an unforgettable Independence Eve celebration on Thursday, July 3, presented by Thomas J. Henry! Reckless Kelly & Friends will take the stage at Dell Hall at The Long Center for a high-energy night of outlaw country, surprise guests, and a live taping of The Texas Music Scene. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the sound, this epic super-jam promises a one-of-a-kind experience. Tickets start at $29 + tax, with All Access passes available. We're also celebrating our heroes with complimentary tickets for active military and veterans thanks to VetTix.org.

Family Friendly
Live Music
Downtown Holidays
Auditorium Shores
Friday, July 4, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

48th Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4 Concert & Fireworks Celebration

Join us at The Long Center and Vic Mathias Shores for an unforgettable evening of live music, local eats, games and fun, leading up to the city’s iconic lakefront fireworks show. Festivities kick off at 5pm with performances from local and ASO musicians on the shoreline stage. Stick around for the main event and witness the 48th Annual Austin Symphony Orchestra July 4th Concert as we build up to the evening’s final crescendo with a breathtaking fireworks display over Town lake at 9:30pm.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Downtown Holidays
Rowing Dock
Friday, July 4, 2025 | View details for schedule

July 4th Fireworks Show & Paddle

Join Rowing Dock for the much-anticipated July 4th Concert and Fireworks Show! The best part? You can experience all the magic from the comfort of a stand up paddle board, kayak, or canoe. From the dazzling array of lights to the melodies of the Austin Symphony, this experience is like no other.

Family Friendly
Live Music
Outdoors
DASA Program Event
506 Congress
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

DASA One Year Anniversary Party

Join us at 506 Congress to celebrate the first year of DASA with the DASA Impact Report Release and DASA Open House!

Arts + Culture
Free Event
Blanton Museum of Art
Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Blanton All Day: Summer Dance Series – the Swing Edition

Swing into things with live music, art talks, crafts for all ages, and more! Food & drink are available for purchase from Yapa Empanadas and Haymaker, and attendees are welcome to bring their own picnic to enjoy outdoors on the museum grounds.

Arts + Culture
Family Friendly
Live Music
Outdoors
Downtown Austin Alliance Event
Virtual
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 8:30 am - 9:30 am

July Downtown Safety Forum

Join the Downtown Austin Alliance the third Thursday of each month for a virtual Downtown Safety Forum.

Civic Engagement
Free Event
Professional Development + Education
Austin Central Library
Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Office of Police Oversight Community Open House

Police oversight starts with the community! Attend the OPO Open House to get your questions answered about the oversight process in Austin. Share your experiences with our staff and discover ways you can help strengthen accountability and rebuild community trust with APD.

Civic Engagement
Food + Drink
Free Event
Auditorium Shores
Saturday, July 19 - 20, 2025 | View details for schedule

2025 MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration

MLS All-Star Week kicks off Saturday, July 19 and Sunday, July 20, with Soccer Celebration, a free, family-friendly fan festival packed with interactive games, live music, refreshments, special guest appearances, autograph sessions, and more. Join us as we kick off 2025 MLS All-Star Week in Austin in style! The two-day event sets the stage for the highly anticipated 2025 MLS All-Star Game, where the best of MLS will take on the Liga MX all-stars on Wednesday, July 23 at Q2 Stadium in Austin.

Family Friendly
Festivals + Markets
Food + Drink
Free Event
Live Music
Outdoors
Red River Cultural District
Thursday, July 24 - 26, 2025 | View details for schedule

Hot Summer Nights

Produced by none other than the Red River Cultural District, this year’s admission-free fest returns July 24-26 for an epic three-day bash featuring 150+ local bands performing in 10+ local venues downtown.

Arts + Culture
Festivals + Markets
Free Event
Live Music
Performing Arts

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